2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
